English–French

“description” in French

Pronunciation

IPA/deskʁipsjɔ̃/

Example

Peux-tu me donner une description du problème ?

Can you give me a description of the problem?

Illustration for description (description)

How to say “description” in French

“Description” in French is description.

A set of observable details arranged so another person can picture the subject.

Full entry for description: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with description

Sa description des faits a aidé l'enquête.

His description of the facts helped the investigation.

Tips for using description

  • Description focuses on features, while explication usually presents a reason, process, or mechanism.

Other French words for “description”

La police a publié le signalement du suspect hier.

The police published the suspect's description yesterday.

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